Our garden in East Reading provides horticultural therapy, gardening opportunities, garden-related activities and training for those living with disabilities or facing mental and physical health issues. Experienced horticultural therapists supported by volunteers lead sessions on Mondays and Tuesdays. Sessions promote increased confidence and self esteem, improve social skills and help clients learn new skills or regain those which have been lost.
Visits to the garden are most welcome so we can discuss individual requirements.
Where to go
- Name
- The Ridgeline Trust
- Address
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25
Whiteknights Road
Reading
Berkshire
- Postcode
- RG6 7BY
- Notes
The number 19 bus services stop right outside our garden entrance (Mockbeggar stop on Whiteknights Road). Many clients arrive by Readibus service. We do not provide transport.
Time / Date Details
- When is it on
- Opening hours Monday and Tuesday 10 am till 3 pm
- Time of day
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Morning
Afternoon
- Session Information
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2 hours in length 10-12 or 1-3pm
We are open 49 weeks per year, closed at Christmas/early January.
Other Details
Costs
- Is there a charge for
using this service?
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Yes
- Table of costs
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Table of costs
| Amount | Cost Type |
|---|
| £20 |
Per Session |
- Details
- A session lasts 2 hours. Clients are welcome to bring a packed lunch to eat at the garden after the morning session or before the afternoon session.
- Wheelchair accessible?
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Yes
Availability
- Age Ranges
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Adults 18+
- Referral required
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No
- Referral Details
Self referral or by Professional. Taster sessions available. Clients usually take part in group sessions, however in some cases 1:1 can be arranged depending on volunteers.
We are not able to provide personal care, although clients are welcome to attend with a carer.
- Other notes
All weather pavilion with wheelchair accessible toilets and kitchen facilities. Gardens are wheelchair accessible. Raised beds for easy wheelchair use.
Local Offer
- Contact Name
- Sian Hooley
- Contact Telephone
- 07535 636 018
- Contact Email
- admin@ridgelinetrust.org.uk
- Local Offer Age Bands
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Transitions to Adulthood (16+)
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